IS Journeyman Operator

Role description: 

The IS Operator Journeyman operates and manages the Individual Section (IS) machine as well as other related forming equipment to produce high-quality glass containers. 

Schedule: 

Rotation through 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts

Responsibilities: 

• Operate the IS machine and related forming equipment 

• Assist with job and mold changes on machines 

• Observe and make adjustments to forming hot end equipment 

• Weigh, measure, and visually check hot end coating application for defects 

• Correct defects reported by other departments 

• Verify required machine functions and timing of machines 

• Lubricate and swab mold and delivery equipment 

Minimum skills / qualifications:  

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a production manufacturing environment 

• Must be able to stand for 8 hours 

• Must be able to lift twenty (20) pounds 

Preferred skills / qualifications:  

• Technical school degree or equivalent 

• Journeyman Card or equivalent experience 

• Experience working with IS Machines 

• Stable work history with no gaps in employment 

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Group is a global leader in metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world’s leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 16,000 people with revenues of almost $7 billion.
Today we have a presence across Europe and the Americas.

•    Did you know that Ardagh produce many of the beverage cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from?
•    Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?
•    Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?

Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and have a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. 

Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible.
We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. 

We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated.

Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you’ll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.